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I was wondering what the pre-op diet consists of. If someone has a list that the doctor gave them or something that will help me. If I know exactly what I can and cant have then I do much better. I dont have a surgeon or a date set but im just trying to prepare my self. Thanks:001_smile:

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This is Dr. Aceves post-op diet, I added a few things that were on my list as well. I used this for other ideas as I was getting bored with the limited options on my plan. Of course, once you decide on a surgeon, ensure this diet is "okay".

POST-OP DIET:

Here are a few ideas concerning the post op diet

Day 1 thru 5 ( Clear liquids Only )

fruit juice ( apple, grape, cranberry )

Propel

broth

Jello-O

Water

Tea

Protein Water by Kellogg’s

Water popsicles

Clear Protein drinks only ( example Isopure, powders?utm_source=BariatricPal&utm_medium=Affiliate&utm_campaign=CommentLink" target="_ad" data-id="1" >unjury )

Low Sugar Gatorade called G2

Day 6-10 ( thin liquids )

All of the above and:

Natural Vegetable Juices ( example Carrot, V-8 juice )

Protein drinks mixed with water ( example Matrix )

whey nectar Protein Mix

Day 11 thru 20 ( full liquids )

Cream Soups

Yogurt

Jello-O

Boiled pureed fruit ( example apple, pear) applesauce

Watermelon, papaya or melon in small pieces

Low fat milk 1 or 2%

Water, Propel, tea

Soy beverages

sugar free pudding

Protein shakes and protein powders mixed with milk

Day 21 thru 30 ( soft food )

Soft food should be the consistency of a thick liquid ( no chunks or solid material ) and it should be chewed very well before swallowing until it is a liquid consistency )

Tofu

Low fat cottage cheese

Cereal

oatmeal

Precooked pureed rice

Low fat Yogurt

Yogurt mixed with fruit very well blended

Cream soups

eggs

Boiled pureed fruit ( example pear, apple )

Watermelon, papaya or melon in small pieces

Boiled pureed vegetables

Beans

Day 31st and beyond ( solid food )

Fish,

Chiken

meat

Turkey

Vegetables

Fruit

A diet consisting of 800 calories and 70 grams of protein should be your goal.

There is a book called " Weight loss Surgery for Dummies"

Authors: Kurian, Thompson and Davidson

You might find it helpful.

I contains several recipes and ideas on what to eat after surgery

Grilled Marinated tuna with Lime

Herbed Beef Patties

Turkey Meatballs

Seafood salad

chicken Salad

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I was wondering what the pre-op diet consists of. If someone has a list that the doctor gave them or something that will help me. If I know exactly what I can and cant have then I do much better. I dont have a surgeon or a date set but im just trying to prepare my self. Thanks:001_smile:

My pre-op diet is 2 Protein shakes a day plus one meal of lean Protein and veggies. If I need more food, I can supplement with low-calorie veggies and sugar free jell-o.

I must admit, I panicked at first. But, I'm not as hungry as I thought I would be. (I just finished Day 6.)

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